1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Daihatsu Cuore

To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Cuore, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Cuore. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Cuore has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Cuore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Buick Riviera 2000 Daihatsu Cuore
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Riviera Cuore
Year Released 1972 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7468 cc 989 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 518 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2040 kg 695 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2350 mm